The Department of State has announced $8.2 million in new funding that will be directed to international organizations supporting refugees from Ukraine and the communities that assist them in the Czech Republic. This $8.2 million is part of over $107 million the United States has provided to support European countries that have welcomed and supported …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 20 June, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with Czech Republic’s Minister of Defence Jana Černochová today at the Pentagon to sign the Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) as a demonstration of support for an enhanced U.S.-Czech Republic strategic defense relationship. The DCA will allow our countries to further strengthen our defense ties, enhance NATO operations, …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 23 May, 2023 | Topics: Events, Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases
Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Bijan Sabet welcomed representatives from 55 Czech Republic companies to Supplier Day 2023, an event organized in part by Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel. The two companies submitted a bid in November to support the Czech Republic’s planned expansion of its nuclear power fleet with the AP1000® …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 28 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Bijan Sabet announced that the United States will provide a further $200 million in Foreign Military Financing to the Czech Republic as approved by Congress. “I am pleased to announce that the United States will provide a further $200 million in Foreign Military Financing (FMF) funds for the Czech Republic. This financing is intended to …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 16 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
The United States extends its gratitude to the Czech Republic for hosting the Terezin Declaration Conference November 2 – 4, 2022 as part of its EU presidency. We fully support the “Chair’s Statement” as a follow-up to the conference and countries’ subsequent pledges to assist Holocaust survivors and their heirs and to preserve the memory of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 19 December, 2022 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases
On December 14, Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Christy Agor presented U.S. Embassy Prague’s annual Alice Garrigue Masaryk Human Rights Award to prominent human rights activist Magda Faltová, director of the Association for Integration and Migration, for her relentless fight for the rights of asylum seekers, migrants, and refugees, as well as against discrimination in Czech society. She …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 15 December, 2022 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Press Releases
The United States is announcing $100 million in Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for the Czech Republic as part of the second Supplemental Ukraine Package as approved by Congress. Additionally, the United States is announcing approximately $6 million in FMF from the Countering Russian Influence Fund to support the creation of a Deployable Cyber Response Center. …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 29 September, 2022 | Topics: Events, Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases
Prague, August 8 – The U.S. Embassy will again participate in the LGBTI+ Prague Pride Festival, which takes place the week of August 8 to 14 throughout the city. Through our support for Prague Pride, we demonstrate longstanding U.S. support for human rights, equality, and dignity irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity. The U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 8 August, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Secretary of State Antony S. Blinken has announced humanitarian assistance to support those affected by Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine, to include $10.2 million for organizations working in the Czech Republic. “The Czech Republic continues to show leadership, courage, and compassion through its support for Ukraine and for Ukrainian people forced to flee their …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 11 July, 2022 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases
In memory of former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, who passed away on Wednesday, March 23, the Embassy of the United States of America in Prague invites those who personally wish to pay their respects to sign a Condolence Book. The Condolence Book will be open to the public for signing on Friday, March …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 24 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with the Bucharest Nine (B9) group of eastern flank NATO Allies. The Secretary and Foreign Ministers including Jan Lipavsky from the Czech Republic discussed Russia’s destabilizing military buildup along Ukraine’s border; the need for a united, ready, and resolute NATO stance for the collective defense of Allies; …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 4 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On December 8, Chargé d’affaires Jennifer Bachus presented the U.S. Embassy’s annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to prominent human rights activists Gwendolyn Albert, Elena Gorolová, and Deputy Ombudsperson Monika Šimůnková for their tireless efforts to secure compensation for victims of forced sterilization between the 1960s and 2012. The Czech Republic passed compensation legislation …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases
President Biden and the United States government view 5G security as a high priority and advocate for a vibrant digital economy worldwide. 5G is the future of the Internet and will touch every aspect of our lives. Countries and citizens need to be able to trust that 5G equipment and software will not threaten national …
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By sehnalkovaj | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Petr Švihovec, a history buff from West Bohemia, found several personal items lost by an American soldier during World War II near Marianske Lazne. Thorough research with the help of historian Daniel Maly revealed that the silver bracelet, bronze star service ribbon, U.S. army lapel pin, and a Swiss coin belonged to Mr. Joe Ernest …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 29 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, History, Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 2, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš today. Secretary Blinken emphasized U.S. solidarity with the Czech Republic in its courageous response to Russia’s subversive and deadly actions on Czech soil. Secretary Blinken and Prime …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Czech Foreign Minister Petříček, Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó, Polish Foreign Minister Rau, and Slovak Foreign Minister Korčok OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 23, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today in Brussels with his counterparts from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 5, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš today. Secretary Blinken emphasized the U.S. commitment to the Transatlantic Alliance, U.S.-EU partnership, the common fight against malign influence, and the importance of continued military modernization and robust defense spending by NATO Allies. Secretary …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 6 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
On December 10, International Human Rights Day, Ambassador Stephen King presented U.S. Embassy Prague’s annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to Veronika Jezkova, the legal director of proFem and managing director of Pro bono alliance. The Ambassador recognized Ms. Jezkova for her tireless advocacy to eliminate violence against women and commitment to ensuring equal …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Stephen King and Prime Minister Andrej Babis agreed today on assistance from the U.S. military to the Czech people through its National Guard state partnership program to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. “This afternoon I spoke with the Prime Minister about the Czech Republic’s fight against COVID-19. We agreed on a visit of U.S. military …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Prague celebrates this year’s Prague Pride Festival along with other Prague-based embassies of nations that share our human rights values. By participating in and supporting this festival, which is taking place August 3-9 throughout the city, we show our united support for human rights irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity. …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 4 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The following joint declaration was adopted by the Governments of the United States of America and the Czech Republic on May 6, 2020. Taking into account that secure fifth generation wireless communications networks (5G) will be vital to both future prosperity and national security, the United States and the Czech Republic declare their desire to …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
“Global-X”, a nine-month international science challenge, will seek revolutionary multidisciplinary research through active worldwide cooperation to solve present and future U.S. Navy and Marine Corps needs. The Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) seeks to foster relationships with the international science community, building long-lasting partnerships around the globe. Under that premise, the command has …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On the last Friday in April, the U.S. Embassy in Prague has traditionally hosted the launch of the Convoy of Liberty. The Convoy is a magnificent tribute to the U.S. role in liberating Czechoslovakia from fascist dictatorship in 1945. It honors the U.S., Czech, and other soldiers and civilians who brought freedom to Pilsen, Cheb, …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 17, 2020 The United States notes with concern the warning from the Czech Republic’s National Cyber and Information Security Agency of a “real threat of serious cyber attacks” against its healthcare sector. As the world battles the COVID-19 pandemic, malicious cyber activity that impairs the ability …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 18 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Stephen King and Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs Tomáš Petříček participated in a virtual visit to the Prague plant of the U.S. company Dukane IAS. The firm has voluntarily converted part of its ultrasonic welding and cutting plant into a production line for face masks. As the company’s European Regional …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: COVID-19
U.S.-Czech Business Forum Postponed Prague, March 9 — In consultation with Czech Government authorities, including the Castle, the U.S. Embassy has regrettably agreed to postpone the U.S.-Czech Business Forum that was planned for this Thursday, March 12. We have not yet identified a new date, but will work closely with our Czech and American partners to …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 1 March, 2020 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Business Forum
U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper and Czech Minister of Defense Lubomir Metnar met yesterday in a Pentagon ceremony and signed a government-to-government agreement for the sale of 12 Bell helicopters from the United States to the Czech Republic. The sale is valued at 14.8 billion Czech crowns ($646 million). The Czech armed forces will …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 13 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Bell Helicopters
The U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic is proud to participate in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. The Campaign Možnost Volby (Freedom of Choice), which is supported by the Embassy, congratulates Czechs on three decades of democracy. Installations in three cities present compelling stories of Czechs who, since the fall of Communism, …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 17 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Freedom of Choice
Producer Doug Yeager will present the Free to Rock document directed by 4-time Emmy-winning filmmaker Jim Brown at the Svetozor Movie Theatre on October 30, 2019 at 8:30 pm. Of Czech musicians, Vratislav Brabec of the Plastic People of the Universe appears in the document. The film is narrated by Kiefer Sutherland. Ten years in the making, the film …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 29 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Prague and Ambassador Stephen King were honored to host an exclusive performance of the PKF — the Prague Philharmonia – in the Petschek Villa garden of the American Ambassadorial residence in Prague, on September 12th. “Music speaks a language that can be understood by all people of good will,” Ambassador King …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Prague Philharmonia
A full academic year of study at an American high school while living with a host family awaits a group of students who left today for the United States. They were among those successful in competing for a scholarship from the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program, which is fully funded by the U.S.-government. For their …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 5 August, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Prague will celebrate this year’s Prague Pride Festival along with fifteen other embassies of nations that share our human rights values. By participating in and supporting this festival, which is taking place August 5-11 throughout the city, we show our united support for human rights irrespective of sexual orientation or gender …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 5 August, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On June 4, we honor the heroic protest movement of the Chinese people that ended on June 4, 1989, when the Chinese Communist Party leadership sent tanks into Tiananmen Square to violently repress peaceful demonstrations calling for democracy, human rights, and an end to rampant corruption. The hundreds of thousands of protesters who gathered in …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Tiananmen Square
U.S. Ambassador Stephen King and his Dutch counterpart Kees Klompenhouwer will address the opening session of Innovation Week , the largest event in the Czech Republic focused on innovation. The event will take place at Prague’s Forum Karlin on May 20 at 9:30 a.m. Advancing U.S-Czech economic ties, including through innovation and new technologies, is a top U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Innovation Week
Statement from the Press Secretary Issued on: May 3, 2019 The United States applauds the Czech Republic for hosting the Prague 5G Security Conference. It was an extremely productive meeting on the need for secure telecommunications networks as the game-changing next generation wireless telecommunications networks, known as 5G, become the new global system. Government officials …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: 5G Security Conference
Marking the 74th anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy in Prague will host the Convoy of Liberty at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 26. The Czech Army Band will be on hand to welcome the participants. In the days following this event, American diplomats will also participate in many ceremonies …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome Prime Minister Andrej Babis and Mrs. Monika Babisova of the Czech Republic for their first official visit to the White House on March 7, 2019. The President and the Prime Minister will discuss how best to advance relations between the United States and the …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 21 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: Andrej Babis, Donald J. Trump
On the occasion of International Human Rights Day marking the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, U.S. Embassy Prague presented the 15th Annual Alice G. Masaryk Human Rights Award to Magdalena Karvayova, a young Roma inclusive education activist and a founder of the NGO Awen Amenca. Ms. Karvayova was selected for her …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases | Tags: Human Rights Day
The U.S. Embassy announced the winners of its Centennial Awards during a special Centennial celebration held in the Ambassador’s residence. The three Centennial Awards honor Czech citizens who have made significant contributions to the U.S.-Czech relationship in the areas of enhancing security, promoting collaboration in the cultural and educational spheres, and advancing our commercial and …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador Stephen King planted the final ‘Tree of Liberty’ in the Embassy gardens near the Glorietta. He was joined by Miroslav Kundrata, CEO of the Czech Environmental Partnership, which organized the Trees of Liberty campaign, Czech military officials, a representative of the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other guests. To commemorate the strong …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Tree of Liberty
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the Czech people on the 100th anniversary of your independence. The United States and the Czech Republic share an enduring friendship, a commitment to democratic principles, and a vision of a peaceful and prosperous Europe. Our partnership is old and deep. We …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 27 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Secretary Pompeo
U.S. Embassy Prague Commercial Service Specialist Veronika Novakova will introduce new trends in the U.S. toys & games products market at the FOR TOYS fair at Prague Letnany. The presentation will be of interest to Czech importers and distributors. U.S. companies seeking partners for the Czech market will also be introduced during the presentation. To …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 23 October, 2018 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, News, Press Releases | Tags: For Toys
The Department of State announces the opening of the registration period for the DV-2020 Diversity Visa lottery. The entry submission period for DV-2020 is from 12:00PM EDT (GMT -4) on October 3, 2018 to 12:00PM EST (GMT -5) on November 6, 2018. The entry form will only be available for submission during this period and …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 12 October, 2018 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, News, Press Releases, Visas
The Foreign Agricultural Service at the U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic, in cooperation with the Hop Growers of America, and Beer Academy Czech Republic, will contribute to centennial celebrations of U.S. – Czech diplomatic relations with an American hops and craft beer workshop, “Some Like it Hopped.” The topic, equally popular with Americans and …
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By US Embassy Prague | 11 October, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases | Tags: agriculture, business
Prague, June 29 – U.S. and Czechoslovak Presidents Woodrow Wilson and Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk (portrayed by actors from the Prague Shakespeare Company) celebrated the 242th anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America at a reception hosted at U.S. Ambassador’s residence in Prague. Presidents Wilson and Masaryk, accompanied by U.S. Ambassador Stephen King celebrated not only …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, History, News, Press Releases | Tags: #Independenceday #Centennial
On April 13, U.S. Ambassador Stephen King signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Prague in support of U.S. Embassy Prague’s Baruv Fellowship Program for students from underserved communities. The City of Prague has agreed to host a Baruv Fellow for nine months, providing training and paying the participant a monthly stipend. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Roma
To commemorate 100 years of friendship between our two nations, the U.S. Embassy in Prague, in partnership with the creative agency MARK/BBDO , is launching an interactive online centennial timeline to showcase historical milestones in the U.S.-Czech relationship. This year marks a special occasion – the Centennial of the founding of Czechoslovakia and the establishment of …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 8 January, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Prague announces special centennial grant competition highlighting 100 years of U.S.-Czech cooperation . This special centennial grant round seeks proposals with outstanding merit focused on Czech audiences which highlight – in an innovative and creative way – the strong partnership and cooperation of our two countries in areas including: Promoting democracy, good governance & rule of law Strengthening of civil society Security cooperation …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 30 October, 2017 | Topics: Events, Press Releases | Tags: Centennial
The U.S. Embassy in Prague is a proud supporter of the Prague Pride Festival and Pride activities taking place August 7-13 throughout the city. We stand in solidarity with human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the country to ensure LGBTI persons live with dignity, respect, and freedom. As part of Pride Week …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 4 August, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: LGBTI
Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Adams-Smith announced on June 7 the four winners of the U.S. Embassy’s second annual Fund for Women’s Empowerment. This fund is aimed at advancing gender equality, removing barriers to leadership opportunities for women, and combatting violence against women. Ms. Adams-Smith stressed: “The United States believes gender equality is critical to our shared goals …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases | Tags: women's empowerment
The U.S. Embassy in Prague will commemorate the 72th anniversary of the end of World War II and of liberating the country from Nazi oppression. American diplomats will travel to the regions to participate in events organized by locals commemorating the liberation of western and southern parts of Bohemia by the U.S. Third Army led …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 26 April, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Exclude, News, Press Releases | Tags: liberation
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the U.S. Embassy is proud to announce our second grant competition focusing on advancing women’s progress toward becoming full and equal participants in society. The Embassy is soliciting proposals with outstanding merit that aim to promote gender equality, remove barriers to leadership opportunities and combat stereotypes, including by …
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By US Embassy Prague | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: women
On the occasion of International Human Rights Day (December 10), U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew H. Schapiro presented on December 8 the Alice Garrigue Masaryk Award to Pomáháme lidem na útěku (The Czech Refugee Help or PLNU) organization which supports, helps, and coordinates Czech volunteers working along the Balkan refugee route. “The award was …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 9 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: Refugees
Prague, December 8 – On the occasion of Anti-Corruption Day, the Ambassadors of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada to the Czech Republic release the following statement: “We come together again for a third year to renew our countries’ commitment to fighting corruption in all its forms. December 9, International Anti-Corruption Day, is …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 9 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Press Releases | Tags: anti-corruption, corruption
Thursday, October 30, 2014, 6 PM Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Mirror Hall, Loretánské nám. 5, Praha 1 As delivered Dobrý večer (Good evening) to everyone! I want to thank Daniel Lošťák for his introductory remarks; and I want to say great minds think alike, because I’m going to be echoing some …
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By US Embassy Prague | 31 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Prague is proud to support the Prague Pride Festival again this year, which will take place August 8-14 throughout the city. This year’s theme is “love,” and the Pride Festival’s objective is to combat prejudice against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) persons and other minorities. 130 events are planned …
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By U.S. Embassy Prague | 5 August, 2016 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases
Prague, June 21 – The U.S. Embassy in Prague is pleased to announce that Dita Prikrylova will attend the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), which will take place June 22-24, 2016 in Palo Alto, California, the United States. She will be joining more than 700 entrepreneurs from around the world along with investors, speakers, and leaders …
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By US Embassy Prague | 22 June, 2016 | Topics: Business, Press Releases | Tags: Entrepreneurship
Prague, June 20 – World Refugee Day is a time when we reflect on the millions of men, women, and children around the world who have been displaced from their homes because of hardship. Today, we honor their resilience, their courage, and the dedication of those who come to their aid. As a child of …
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By US Embassy Prague | 20 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: Migration, Refugees
Prague, June 10 – The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the launch of a new fund for women’s empowerment to promote the U.S. Government’s global goal of supporting women and their progress toward becoming full and equal participants in society. The Embassy is soliciting proposals with outstanding merit that aim to advance women’s political …
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By US Embassy Prague | 10 June, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: women
Marking the 71st anniversary of the end of World War Two, the U.S. Embassy Prague hosted the Convoy of Liberty on Friday, April 29. The Convoy is the traditional tour of Bohemia by the military history clubs in authentic, refurbished vehicles from World War II; this tradition began eleven years ago. The convoy is a …
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By US Embassy Prague | 29 April, 2016 | Topics: Events, History, Press Releases | Tags: liberation
Prague, April 7 – On the occasion of International Roma Day on April 8, U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew Schapiro joined three fellows participating in the Embassy-sponsored Roma Fellowship program, AraArt International Roma Day Events Coordinator David Tiser, and Slovo 21 Roma Fellowship Coordinator Denisa Horvathova in a video reaffirming our commitment to …
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By US Embassy Prague | 7 April, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: Roma
Prague, March 11, 2016 — The U.S. Embassy Prague has launched 9-month fellowships for five Roma university students and graduates through the “Roma Fellowship” program. The program is being implemented by the NGO Slovo 21. The goal of the Roma Fellowship program is to give the fellows an opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills …
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By US Embassy Prague | 5 April, 2016 | Topics: Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: Internship, Roma, Romani
Prague, March 30 – The U.S. Embassy in Prague will undertake a number of projects and programming activities during the month of April focusing on science, technology, engineering, and the environment (STEM). In cooperation with local partners, the Embassy will present the following events during the month of April. March 30 – June Local NGO TEREZA will open …
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By US Embassy Prague | 31 March, 2016 | Topics: American Spaces, Events, Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: STEM
Prague, March 18 — The U.S. Embassy in Prague, in partnership with the Moravian Land Library in Brno and the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen, is proud to announce the opening of two EducationUSA Reference contact points at the InfoUSA (Brno) and U.S. Point (Pilsen). EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State-supported network of …
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By US Embassy Prague | 18 March, 2016 | Topics: American Spaces, Press Releases | Tags: education, study in the US
On January 26, U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro presented awards for the three winning photographs of the U.S. Embassy’s “America Through Your Eyes” photo contest. First place was awarded to Pavel Mares for his picture “Nebraska Sunset; ”second place was awarded to Tomas Vaverka for his photograph “In the Sky,” and third place was awarded to Iva …
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By US Embassy Prague | 27 January, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, American Spaces, Press Releases | Tags: America Through Your Eyes, Jindrich Streit
WASHINGTON, January 21, 2016 — The United States today began implementing changes under the Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015 (the Act). U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) welcomes more than a million passengers arriving to the United States every day and is committed to facilitating legitimate travel while maintaining …
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By US Embassy Prague | 22 January, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, Visa Waiver Program | Tags: ESTA, Visa Waiver Program
January 21, 2016 — Today, the Embassies of Canada , Korea , Norway , the United Kingdom , and the United States are launching a six week social media campaign on transparency and accountability. This campaign continues our long term joint efforts on transparency and accountability . Our goal is to share our countries’ experiences in combating corruption. Each week will be dedicated to a different corruption-related theme. …
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By US Embassy Prague | 13 January, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Exclude, News, Press Releases, Video | Tags: anti-corruption, corruption, gotransparent, transparency
On the occasion of the anniversary of International Human Rights Day (December 10), U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic Andrew H. Schapiro presented on December 9 the Alice Garrigue Masaryk Award to Marie Gottfriedová, Director of the elementary school in Trmice, for successfully implementing and advocating for inclusive education in the Czech Republic. “As the …
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By US Embassy Prague | 10 December, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Human Rights, News, Press Releases | Tags: Romani, Trmice
December 9 marks International Anti-Corruption Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of corruption and commemorating the adoption of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption. This year’s theme is “breaking down barriers – promoting civil society’s role in anti-corruption.” For the second consecutive year, we are issuing a joint statement to mark this occasion. Corruption …
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By US Embassy Prague | 9 December, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Political Affairs, Press Releases | Tags: corruption, gotrasparent, transparency
Prague, November 17, 2015 Today, we remember the men and women who rose up 26 years ago peacefully to demand their freedom during the Velvet Revolution. United by their common desire for liberty, they joined thousands across Central and Eastern Europe who yearned for a better life for themselves and for their children. The American …
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By US Embassy Prague | 17 November, 2015 | Topics: Events, History, Press Releases | Tags: václav havel, Velvet Revolution
September 30, 2015 “Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to travel all across the Czech Republic, meeting not only with government officials, but also with students and educators, faith leaders, civil society groups, businesspeople, and representatives of the Czech military. I’m happy to say that I have now been to all fourteen regions …
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By Ambassador Andrew Schapiro | 30 September, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
The United States and the Czech Republic cooperate closely on judicial matters and our law enforcement authorities coordinate on processing legal requests. A U.S. District Court found Kevin Dahlgren extraditable to stand trial on murder charges in the Czech Republic. We refer you to Czech judicial authorities and the U.S. Department of Justice for further …
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By US Embassy Prague | 31 August, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Prague is pleased to announce Open Society “Otevřená společnost” as the awardee of the anti-corruption grant competition. This special competition, launched in January 2015, sought proposals for projects that would promote good governance, citizen activism, transparency, and anti-corruption initiatives in the Czech Republic. Open Society’s project aims to detect corrupt conduct …
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By US Embassy Prague | 12 May, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: anti-corruption, corruption, transparency
On the occasion of April 8th, which marks International Roma Day, seven ambassadors to the Czech Republic signed the attached joint statement supporting the Roma community in the Czech Republic. The ambassadors stress that it is a day for celebrating Romani culture and heritage; it is, however, also a day to remember that Roma, a …
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By US Embassy Prague | 7 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Roma
As I said on Czech television, in response to a question, it is not for me to tell the President where he should go, and I understand the desire to honor all who sacrificed in World War II, but I think it would be unfortunate for President Zeman to be there as perhaps the only …
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By US Embassy Prague | 5 April, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Roma
PRAGUE, January 26, 2015 — As part of its grants program, the U.S. Embassy in Prague is pleased to announce a special competition to provide support for anti-corruption projects whose aim is to promote good governance, citizen activism, transparency, and in general work towards ending corruption in the Czech Republic. The Embassy is soliciting proposals …
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By US Embassy Prague | 26 January, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Prague takes this opportunity to remind the public of the following notice concerning internet and email scams: Internet users are frequently the victims of internet scams, where fraudsters attempt to collect money or personal information from other unsuspecting users either by posing as themselves or as well-to-do nationals of other countries. The following …
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By US Embassy Prague | 16 October, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
PRAGUE, September 22 — We welcome the election of General Petr Pavel as the new Chairman of the NATO Military Committee. The election by his peers, who are commanders of each NATO nation’s forces, is testament to General Pavel’s distinguished career and is a recognition of the important role the Czech Republic plays as a …
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By US Embassy Prague | 22 September, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
The world leader in Computer Assisted Language Learning, American company DynEd , is celebrating its 4th anniversary in the Czech Republic. DynEd offers unique language courses that are being used by millions of students across the Globe. On this occasion DynEd will introduce a new and unique English language learning solution for schools on Wednesday, September …
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By US Embassy Prague | 18 September, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
Ambassador Daniel Fried Coordinator for Sanctions Policy Conference Call with Czech Journalists Moderated by the U.S.-European Media Hub September 17, 2014 Moderator: Good morning or good afternoon everybody. Greetings from the State Department’s Media Hub in Brussels. I’d like to thank all of you who are calling in or participating from the Czech Republic. We’re …
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By US Embassy Prague | 17 September, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
Prague, September 4 — Beginning on September 12, 2014, the fees for some consular services will change. Amendments to the Schedule of Consular Fees include the following: Nonimmigrant Visa Processing Fees Type of Visa Previous Fee New Fee Treaty Investor and Trader visas (E) $270 $205 Fiancé(e) visas (K) $240 $265 Border Crossing Card (under …
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By US Embassy Prague | 5 September, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador Andrew Schapiro and his family arrived today in the Czech Republic. In accordance with diplomatic protocol, he will participate in official events and media activity only after the presentation of his credentials in the coming weeks.
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By US Embassy Prague | 18 August, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
For the fourth year in a row, the U.S. Embassy in Prague is a supporter of Prague Pride, which will take place the week of August 11-17. The theme of this year’s Pride is “East Meets West.” The goal is to give people from countries less open to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) …
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By US Embassy Prague | 4 August, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
It is with the most profound sadness that I learned of the death of four Czech soldiers today near Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan. On behalf of the people of the United States I extend our deepest sympathies to their families and friends, and to the Czech nation. We also pray for the quick recovery …
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By US Embassy Prague | 8 July, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
The United States Government is deeply disappointed to learn of the decision to cancel the Temelin tender. Nuclear power is a low-carbon option for power that is cost-competitive in the long-term and important to energy security. That is why the U.S. itself is moving forward with four new Westinghouse AP 1000 units, and they are …
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By US Embassy Prague | 10 April, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador Norman Eisen presented today the Woodrow Wilson Freedom Award for Promoting U.S.—Czech Relations and Mutual Understanding to Dr. Miloš Calda , former Department Chair of American Studies in the Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University, Prague (1999-2012). Miloš Calda was instrumental in turning the new American studies program into a well-established and unique …
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By US Embassy Prague | 28 February, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy is saddened by the death of Ambassador Shirley Temple Black. This great actress and American icon, who passed away on February 10th at her home in California, began her career in the 1930s as she sang and tap-danced herself to Hollywood stardom. She is equally remembered for her extraordinary contribution to the …
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By US Embassy Prague | 11 February, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases